IPTE 4351 - Inquiry Science Methods

Designed to provide an in-depth study of inquiry science methods and how inquiry science supports standards-based education. The course provides a review of research on the pedagogy that supports student understanding, problem solving and creativity through the use of inquiry science. Participants learn a variety of methods, techniques and resources for teaching inquiry science, understand the processes of “doing” science, and develop lessons that actively engage students in science in their own classrooms. Prereq: Concurrent enrollment in an internship or permission of instructor is required. Admission into the IPTE Program. Cross-listed with IPTE 5351. Semester Hours: 3 to 3